A Chinese Dehua figure of Damo, Qing dynasty, 17th or 18th century
Evening Sale
Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 60 000 - 80 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 635 388
Location
Cape Town
Auction Catalogue
About this Item
A Chinese Dehua figure of Damo, Qing dynasty, 17th or 18th century
height: 35cm; width: 13cm; depth: 9cm
Notes
A Dehua porcelain figure of Damo, Qing Dynasty. The figure stands atop a dragon’s head emerging from stylised waves, a motif associated with spiritual power and transcendence.
Provenance
The British Antique Dealers' Association.
Private Collection.
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